Technical Instructor

Jobtailor; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Butler is seeking an experienced training instructor to develop and deliver both instructor-led and virtual courses covering equipment safety, maintenance, and operation. You will evaluate participant performance and prepare comprehensive training materials for classes, ensuring alignment with safety standards and company practices.

You will coordinate with departments to arrange machines and resources for events, participate in technician development initiatives, and stay current with product

Qualifications

• Trade school education or equivalent hands-on technical experience.
• Mechanical experience with agricultural and/or construction equipment product lines.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of powertrain systems and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of engine systems and troubleshooting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and software programs.
• Basic understanding of computer operation and machine programming related to equipment diagnostics and training.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and deliver instructor-led and virtual training courses covering equipment safety, maintenance, repair, operation, diagnostics, and programming.
• Conduct technical training programs while promoting safety standards, values, and best practices.
• Evaluate participant performance and provide feedback to managers and leadership.
• Prepare training materials, manuals, handouts, presentations, and equipment for classes.
• Coordinate with dealership departments to secure machines, tooling, and resources for training events.
• Assist with technician development initiatives and employee development programs.
• Maintain current knowledge of equipment systems and product lines through training and research.
• Collaborate with the training team to identify training needs and maintain an annual training calendar.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Powertrain

Engine systems

Diagnostics

Communication

Organizational skills

Manual reading

Computer basics

Education

Trade school or equivalent

Four-year degree (preferred)

CIAP Certification (preferred)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and deliver instructor‑led and virtual training courses covering equipment safety, maintenance, repair, operation, diagnostics, and programming.
• Conduct technical training programs while promoting Butler’s safety standards, values, and best practices.
• Evaluate participant performance and provide feedback to managers and company leadership.
• Prepare training materials, manuals, handouts, presentations, and equipment needed for classes.
• Coordinate with dealership departments to secure machines, tooling, and resources for training events.
• Assist with technician development initiatives such as Tech Wars, Parts Wars, Summer Service Kickoff, and other employee development programs.
• Maintain current knowledge of equipment systems and product lines through supplier training, research, and continuing education.
• Collaborate with the training team to identify training needs and maintain an annual training calendar.

Requirements

• Trade school education or equivalent hands‑on technical experience.
• Mechanical experience with agricultural and/or construction equipment product lines.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of powertrain systems and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of engine systems and troubleshooting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and software programs.
• Basic understanding of computer operation and machine programming related to equipment diagnostics and training.
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company insurability requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four‑year degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Caterpillar CIAP Certification.
• Strong Technical Foundation: Experience with engines, hydraulics, powertrain, and electrical systems.
• Previous training, coaching, mentoring, or instructional experience.